Meet Celia, the expert behind Leaman Consulting’s Private Household & Estates Desk. With a degree in Primary Education and over 10 years’ experience within the industry she has a deep understanding of candidate quality in private residences. Her caring and professional approach ensures the right fit for you or your principal, whether you need a Housekeeper, Estate/House Manager, Butler, Driver, Chef or Domestic Couple.
Celia is experienced with adhoc roles and welcomes any staffing enquiries – your perfect candidates is just a conversation away.
For a confidential discussion of your needs, you can contact Celia direct at celia@leamanconsulting.com or by calling 020 3006 7888.
Wonderful returning clients of ours are seeking a professional couple to joint their busy household in Paris.
The property is a large 7 bedroom townhouse over 4 floors. The family consists of 4 children and 1 dog, requiring dedicated care and attention.
The couple will need to speak fluent French & English, Spanish is also a bonus.
You must have an EU passport or the right to work in France to be considered for this role.
Responsibilities:
Property Maintenance
Housekeeping
Vehicles
Personality Traits
Domestic Couple Position in Paris (16th arrondissement)
Type: Live in. Separate accommodation will be provided for the couple
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: 70,000 euros annually (joint)
Work schedule: Wednesday to Sunday, occasional change of schedule for events, time off during the day for breaks, gym, etc.
Live-In Housekeeper
Salary: £40,000 gross per annum
Location: Hampstead/Belsize Park, London
Start Date: January 2025
We are seeking an experienced, live-in housekeeper for a large, newly renovated home in the Hampstead/Belsize Park area. The clients are an international married couple who travel frequently. The housekeeper will be responsible for maintaining the home, managing household tasks, and providing support at all times.
Key Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Accommodation: Private double bedroom with ensuite on the second floor of the home.
Working Hours:
*Please note that we cannot guarantee a response to every application*
A couple in West London are looking for part time housekeeper with top laundry skills to join them on a part time basis working 20 hours a week in the mornings.
The property is a 2 bed, 2 bath flat. Your duties as the housekeeper will include but not limited to:
You must have a real eye for detail and ensure the highest standard is delivered at all times. You must have previous experience working as a private housekeeper/
Hours: Monday to Friday: 8.30am/9.00am – 12.30pm/1.00pm
Start: Early 2025
Salary: £20-23 gross per hour
*You must have the right to work in the UK*
Please note that we cannot guarantee a response to every applicant
Job Advertisement: Private Chef - Kensington
We are seeking a talented and experienced Private Chef to join a high-level household in Kensington. This is a full-time position, working Tuesday to Saturday, with Sundays and Mondays off. The role requires a passion for creating healthy, seasonal, and fresh meals, as well as the ability to cater to a dynamic family environment with a high standard of excellence at all times.
Start date: The role is to start early 2025, with initial preliminary interviews now
Key Details
Qualifications
What We're Looking For
Package
You must have a portfolio of your work, or a link to a Instagram page or similar so the principals can get an idea of your skill and presentation.
*Please note that we cannot guarantee a response to every application*
Senior Housekeeper in Paris
Position: Senior Housekeeper
Location: Paris, 16th arrondissement
Schedule: Live-out, 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM, 5 days a week on a rota basis
Salary: €36,000 - €48,000 per annum depending on experience (€3K-4K per month)
Languages: Intermediate/Fluent French required; English understanding preferred; additional languages such as Spanish are a plus
A UHNW family based in Paris is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Housekeeper to join their team. You will work as part of a team of three housekeepers, collaborating with other household staff, including nannies, a house manager/butler, a PA, and a chef. The role requires excellent organisational skills, an eye for detail, and a willingness to work in a family and pet friendly environment.
Key Responsibilities
Daily Cleaning
Deep Cleaning & Maintenance
Laundry & Wardrobe Management
Procurement
Teamwork & Other Duties
Requirements
Please Note: This is a live out role based in Paris so you will already be a resident of Paris with the right to work in France.
We cannot guarantee a response to every application.
Rota House Manager/Butler/Houseman (Paris, 16th Arrondissement)
Position: Rota House Manager/Butler/Houseman
Location: Paris, 16th arrondissement
Schedule: Rota 7 days on / 7 days off (working 26 weeks of the year)
Compensation: €60,000 - €70,000 per annum DOE and living arrangement
Accommodation: Live-in (apartment provided) or live-out
Languages: Fluency in French required; Intermediate / Fluent English too.
UHNW family of 7 is seeking a professional and hands on House Manager/Butler/Houseman to join their team in Paris and work on a rota schedule. The successful candidate will work closely with other household staff, including nannies, housekeepers, a chef, and a personal assistant, to ensure the seamless operation of a well-run household.
This role is practical and hands-on, requiring a blend of high-level service skills and practical maintenance abilities. The candidate must be proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable to the dynamic needs of the family.
Key Responsibilities
Household Management/Butler
Maintenance & Security
Practical Duties
Essential Skills & Requirements
Desired Attributes
YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN FRANCE/HOLD AN EU PASSPORT.
Note: We cannot guarantee a response to every application.
Part-Time Housekeeper/Laundress in Knightsbridge
Location: Knightsbridge, London
Position: Housekeeper/Laundress
Hours: Monday to Saturday, 9 AM - 3 PM
Rate: £20-£22 per hour (self-employed basis)
Start Date: As soon as possible
A lovely family seeking a meticulous and organised Housekeeper/Laundress to join their household. There are 2 school age children and the home is a quiet and calm environment where they value a comfortable, friendly atmosphere.
Key Responsibilities:
About You:
Benefits:
Please note that we cannot guarantee a response to every application
Job Title: Head Gardener
Location: Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire (Cotswolds)
Employment Type: Full-time, Live-out
Start Date: January / February 2025
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8-9 hours/day with flexible working hours based on seasonal demands (shorter days in winter and longer in summer).
Salary: £45,000 (Negotiable, based on experience)
A high-profile yet exceptionally private family is seeking a Head Gardener for their newly built country estate near Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire. With the property set for completion in June 2025, the estate's landscaping is already in progress, and we are looking for a skilled head gardener to work alongside the landscape architect during the final stages and prepare for the upcoming growing season.
This is a rare opportunity to shape a brand-new garden and work in a fantastic environment, with purpose-built facilities including a potting shed, machine stores, and staff areas, where your input on machinery, tools & planning will be valued. You will report to the Estate Manager and liaise closely with the principals to help create and maintain the grounds.
Key Responsibilities:
Experience & Qualifications:
Benefits:
*Please note that we cannot respond to every application*
Live Out Housekeeper for large informal family home close to Sloane Square SW1X.
Wonderful returning clients of ours are expanding their household team and looking for an experienced housekeeper to join the team on a live out Monday - Friday basis.
This is a hands on housekeeping position where you will have a 360 handle on all duties alongside the other 3 housekeepers, your duties will include high level cleaning and housekeeping, laundry, helping with packing and unpacking luggage, some dog walking (small friendly dog!) and some errand running to the shops, dry cleaners etc.
You will work well as a team and support the other housekeepers in whatever needs to be done to ensure the home is presented well at all times.
As the housekeeper you will have a hard working nature with a friendly approach with experience within HNW households and/or yachts or hotels.
Starting: ASAP
Hours: Monday to Friday 10am - 7pm
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience
This is a wonderful opportunity to join a welcoming and friendly household team.
*Please note we cannot guarantee a response to every application*